Costachondritis

Tbroomy71

Hi my name is Tracey, I am new , I've had arthritis since I was about 18 months old, both rheumatoid and psoriatic.

I have had several flare ups in my ribs as well as other places , my G.P says it's either my arthritis or Costochondritis . I've had it for nearly six weeks now and anti inflammatories are not helping. Has anyone else have any ideas to ease the condition. Any ideas welcome

Chris_R

Hi @Tbroomy71

Welcome to the online community,glad you have found us.

Tracey you say that you have been diagnosed with Athritis 18 months ago and have had several flare ups in your ribs and other places your GP has said it may be your arthritis or Costochronditis.

Here are are a few links that may help

Costochondritis and RA — Versus Arthritis

Self help hints and tips | Pain relief, positive thinking (versusarthritis.org)

Hope these are a helpful, please keep i touch and tell us how you are getting on and please go to the forums to chat to others it often helps.

All the best Christine

frogmorton

Have you tried a warm wheatbag @Tbroomy71 ?

You might feel a bit silly in public, but at home it might give some comfort ((()))